Introduction
The burial ground was declared full in 1859, and in 1893/4 was converted into a public garden; graves were grassed over, headstones moved to the perimeter and chest tombs into railed enclosures. It was re-opened as St John’s Gardens in 1894. In 1963, a walled garden was laid out. Neglected by the late C20th, in 2006/7 the gardens were extensively refurbished.
- Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts
Access contact details
Access to the gardens is unrestricted; church open Weds 10am-2pm. St Augustine's Tower open last Sunday of month 2-4.30pm.
Directions
London Overground: Hackney Central. Bus: 36, 48, 55, 106, 253, S2.
Owners
LB Hackney
- Associated People
- Features & Designations
Designations
Conservation Area
- Reference: Clapton Square
Site of Nature Conservation Importance
- Key Information
Type
Funerary Site
Purpose
Ornamental
Principal Building
Parks, Gardens And Urban Spaces
Survival
Extant
Hectares
2
Open to the public
Yes
- References
Contributors
London Parks and Gardens Trust